Ready to master Google Chrome on your Mac? Whether you’re switching tabs like a pro or reloading pages with flair, these keyboard shortcuts will boost your speed.
In 2026, using Command (⌘) keys effectively is the difference between a cluttered browser and a streamlined workflow. This guide covers every essential combo for macOS users.
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Optimized for macOS layouts (Command ⌘ & Option ⌥ keys).
Tab & Window Management
Manage your browsing session without touching the trackpad. These are the most used shortcuts for Mac users.
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| ⌘ + T | Open New Tab. |
| ⌘ + N | Open New Window. |
| ⌘ + Shift + N | Open Incognito Window. |
| ⌘ + Shift + T | Reopen Last Closed Tab (Life Saver). |
| ⌘ + W | Close Current Tab. |
| ⌘ + Shift + W | Close Current Window. |
| ⌘ + Option + → / ← | Switch to Next / Previous Tab. |
| ⌘ + [ / ] | Go Back / Forward in History. |
| ⌘ + Click | Open link in background tab. |
| ⌘ + Shift + Click | Open link and switch to it immediately. |
| ⌘ + M | Minimize Window. |
| ⌘ + Q | Quit Google Chrome completely. |
Address Bar & Search
Jump straight to search without reaching for the mouse.
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| ⌘ + L | Jump to Address Bar / Highlight URL. |
| ⌘ + Delete | Delete word before cursor (Fast editing). |
| Control + N / P | Move Down / Up in dropdown suggestions. |
| Type URL + Tab | Search specific site (e.g., type “youtube.com” then Tab). |
Webpage Actions
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| ⌘ + R | Reload Page. |
| ⌘ + F | Find on Page. |
| ⌘ + G | Find Next match. |
| ⌘ + D | Bookmark this page. |
| ⌘ + Shift + D | Bookmark All Tabs. |
| ⌘ + + / – | Zoom In / Out. |
| ⌘ + 0 | Reset Zoom. |
| ⌘ + Option + I | Open Developer Tools. |
Settings, History & Data
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| ⌘ + Shift + B | Toggle Bookmarks Bar. |
| ⌘ + Option + B | Open Bookmark Manager. |
| ⌘ + Y | Open History. |
| ⌘ + Shift + J | Open Downloads. |
| ⌘ + Shift + Delete | Clear Browsing Data (Cache/Cookies). |
| ⌘ + , (comma) | Open Chrome Settings. |